NHTSA Recall 96V116000: Fuel injection system (fuel system)
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 275,811 vehicles. It affects 7 models including the Buick Lesabre.
| NHTSA campaign | 96V116000 |
|---|---|
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM |
| Report received | July 1, 1996 |
| Owner notification | July 8, 1996 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
A backfire during engine starting can cause breakage of the upper intake manifold.
Safety risk
This condition can cause a no-start condition and possibly an engine compartment fire.
Remedy
Dealers will update the powertrain control module programming. Until the campaign repair is made, the vehicle hood should be shut whenever starting the vehicle to reduce the chance of personal injury.
Notes
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with 3.8l v6 engine. Owner notification: owner notifications began during july 1996. Note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact buick at 1-800-521-7300; pontiac at 1-800-762-2737; or oldsmobile at 1-800-442-6537. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Vehicles covered by recall 96V116000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Buick Lesabre | 1996, 1997 |
| Buick Park Avenue | 1996 |
| Buick Regal | 1996 |
| Buick Riviera | 1996 |
| Oldsmobile 88 | 1996 |
| Oldsmobile 98 | 1996 |
| Pontiac Bonneville | 1996 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.